Tactical Control

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Tactical Control is a multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Hellride Games and was released on March 21, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Simplified strategy with minimalist graphics and quick, intense games. Play short matches against random opponents. Fight tense battles of stealth, anticipation and surprise. Win with strategy, deception and cleverness, not with reflexes and clicking speed.

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Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is free to play and has a simple, easy-to-understand premise that can be addictive once players grasp the mechanics.
It features minimalistic graphics that run smoothly on any PC, making it accessible to a wide range of players.
The gameplay is described as fun and engaging, with a good balance of strategy and complexity, making it easy to learn but hard to master.

The player base is extremely low, making it difficult to find matches, often resulting in long wait times or no matches at all.
The game lacks single-player options and meaningful content, which detracts from the overall experience and replayability.
Many players have criticized the game for its poor balance and mechanics, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, including frequent draws in matches.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as minimalistic and lacking in quality, with users noting that they appear rushed and unrefined. While the simplicity may allow for good performance on older devices, there is a consensus that both the graphics and sound effects require significant improvement to meet modern standards.
- “The graphics are simple enough that performance wouldn't take a hit on even old phones.”
- “Tactical control was an attempt at making a PvP-only RTS with a twist... the developer didn't bother with unit balance, graphics, or any basic minimum quality aspect of modern video game development.”
- “Usually, if the developer phones in the artwork, the rest of the game is terrible too.”
- “But the graphics and sound effects will need some improvement.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of opinions, with some users expressing disappointment in the core mechanics, while others find the gameplay fun and engaging. The game is noted for its fast-paced and competitive nature, drawing comparisons to "Hades Star" but offering a distinct experience. Overall, the gameplay shows promise despite some criticisms.
- “Promising gameplay”
- “The gameplay is fun.”
- “The concept of this game is quite similar to a game called Hades Star, but the main difference between the two games is that this game has a much faster pace and more competitive potential.”
- “The developer screwed up even the core game mechanics!”
- “The concept of this game is quite similar to a game called Hades Star, but the main difference between the two games is that this one has much faster-paced and competitive gameplay.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is commendable, as its simple graphics ensure smooth performance even on older devices.
- “The graphics are simple enough that performance doesn't take a hit on even older phones.”
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of devices, ensuring a great experience for everyone.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it loads quickly and rarely lags.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers criticize the game's story for lacking depth and engagement, attributing this to the developers' reliance on player-versus-player interactions instead of investing in single-player content, such as storytelling and NPCs. This decision has led to a perceived deficiency in narrative richness and overall game design.